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Discussion in 'Other Off Topic Forum' started by JETK, Oct 3, 2007.

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  1. JETK

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    #1 JETK, Oct 3, 2007
    I have recently been diagnosed with the mental illness of Schizophrenia. I am taking Zyprexa and Lexapro. Will an FAA examiner ban me from flying because of this?
     
  2. Der Meister

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    #2 Der Meister, Oct 3, 2007
    call an FAA medical examiner to find out for sure. but i would say yes.
     
  3. rob lay

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    #3 rob lay, Oct 3, 2007
    I think if you are medicated and doctor signs you off for med cert, then I think you are fine. You might have a special requirement to not go off the meds. I have no clue really, just guessing.
     
  4. Dr C

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    #4 Dr C, Oct 3, 2007
    AOPA.COM has a feature on their website that allows you to look up most medications to see if they are allowed, baned, whatever. I just looked up both Zyprexa and Lexapro. Both are baned which means, if you are taking them, you cannot legally fly.

    Sorry.
     

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